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Wood Rot in the Home
Water entered along the roof line | Wood Rot Repairs
If you own a home in Connecticut and you think you have wood rot from water damage, call J.C. Tonnotti for a FREE home inspection - Call 866 621-1642 today.
What is it?
Wood rot is caused by certain fungi present in most lumber. Dry rot can result from improper flashing, condensation build-up, roof leaks that go untended, improperly installed siding or from other problems.
Dry rot will not remain in one place, it can spread and damage any wood touching the affected area. These fungi feed upon wood and rot it when they've got oxygen, temperatures ranging from 40 - 100 degrees F, and moisture.
How does it happen?
Poor drainage along roof lines, improper flashing, or foundations and windows can allow water to enter the structure. Over time this area is wet then dries promoting growth of mold and fungi which in turn weakens the wood, invites pests like bugs and termites and can even cause allergic reactions to the people living in the home.
What are the most common places to find wood rot in my home?
- Wood below exterior doors.
- Wood damage often found at the base of an exterior door.
- Wood rot occurs at the bottom of windows, i.e. most often the window sill.
- Rotten wood frequently found under the roof line, i.e. fascia and soffits.
- Wood rot hides behind gutters and downspouts.
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Wood damage often found at the corners of a home, i.e. the corner board.
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Trim around doors and windows will rot when not properly flashed.
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Decks have lots of wood rot when water can't drain easily, i.e. when not enough space is left between floor boards to allow for when the wood expands and contracts.
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Most common deck problem is the ledger board, where the deck is attached to the house and often isn't flashed.
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At the top of the foundation, the wood boards, i.e. sill and ribbon, will rot if moisture cannot dry out due to foundation plantings.
I found some wood rot, now what do I do?
Call J. C. Tonnotti Window Company at 866 621-1642 as soon as possible for a FREE complete inspection of your home. The extent of the damage can be assessed by our professionals and you will be given a quote and outline of the repairs.
Wood Rot Repairs * Dry Rot Repairs * Water Damage to your Home
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